I'm a firm believer that the fundamentals of game preparation and practice in football, when applied, can improve your fly ...
I took the TFO BC fly rod to the field behind my house to get some practice in. I was expecting a heavy casting rod, with a stiff tip and an extended butt that would make it bottom-heavy.
Don't dismiss carp. If you do you are missing out on a fly fishing opportunity to sight cast to a fish that will test your skills, and once hooked, will put up a fight like a heavyweight boxer.
Don't let your fly fishing skills get rusty ... I use the double haul cast when fishing a 2 weight rod, or fishing a 10 weight. The double haul makes the whole casting movement easier and smoother ...
My first fly rod had the flexibility of a broom handle. I bought that Shakespeare pole in 1967 at the PX as I was headed for ...